In a nation where memory is often curated by political power, Pakistan finds itself debating one of its most foundational figures: Dr Abdul Qadeer Khan, the nuclear scientist widely hailed as the father of the country’s atomic program. His legacy was challenged last week when Rana Sanaullah, a senior official in the ruling Pakistan Muslim […]
Author: Abu Bakar Siddique
Abu Bakar Siddique is a Pakistani writer and researcher exploring themes of national identity, memory, and leadership. His work focuses on untold narratives and underrepresented voices in South Asian history.
Ex-NADRA chairman Tariq Malik faces allegations of corruption
Ex-NADRA chairman Tariq Malik faces allegations of corruption. The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has initiated a mega corruption case against former chairman of the National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA), Tariq Malik, and 12 other senior officers over alleged financial irregularities worth millions of dollars in the authority’s smart card project. The case, which includes […]
Imran Khan becomes Patron-in-Chief of PTI
Imran Khan becomes Patron-in-Chief of PTI. Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has appointed party founder Imran Khan as its Patron-in-Chief, according to PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan. Talking informally with journalists outside Adiala Jail, Barrister Gohar shared details of the party’s ongoing nationwide protest movement. He confirmed that despite Khan’s continued imprisonment, he remains at the symbolic […]
Crypto now fully banned in China; here’s why
Crypto is now fully banned in China. The Chinese government has officially put a sweeping ban on cryptocurrency assets. Apart from the earlier prohibitions on trading and mining activities, China has now officially outlawed private ownership of digital currencies such as Bitcoin. This latest move was reported by global crypto exchange Binance and is seen […]
Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt’s daughter adopts new name; now Shi Joli
Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt’s daughter adopts a new name. Hollywood stars Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt’s daughter, Shiloh, has hit the headlines by officially adopting a new name, Shi Joli. The 19-year-old made her first public appearance under the new name last week at an exclusive Los Angeles fashion event, a private dinner celebrating […]
Who was TikTok Star Sana Yousaf?
Who was TikTok Star Sana Yousaf? A 17-year-old TikTok star, Sana Yousaf, was murdered by unknown persons in Islamabad’s G-13 Sector, within the jurisdiction of the Sumbal police station, on Monday. The incident shocked the entire country, with people demanding immediate action against the perpetrator. Responding on time, the Islamabad police managed to arrest the […]
Saba Qamar’s advice that helped Areeka Haq find peace
Saba Qamar’s advice that helped Areeka Haq find peace. Actress and TikTok sensation Areeka Haq is one of Pakistan’s most favourite digital content creators and social media influencers, with 12 million followers on TikTok. Apart from this, Areeka Haq has also appeared in several songs, including the popular singer Asim Azhar’s track “Tum Tum”. She […]
Bill Gates to give most of $200 billion fund to Africa
Bill Gates to give most of $200 billion fund to Africa. American billionaire Bill Gates on Tuesday declared that the majority of his philanthropic Gates Foundation’s $200 billion (€175 billion) endowment will be spent in Africa over the next two decades. Gates, who on May 8 said he would close the foundation by 2045, made the […]